Interim Lead Medication Aide

Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place is seeking a Lead Medication Aide/Resident Care Coordinator to coordinate daily resident care, mentor the care team, and partner with the Health Services Director to ensure safe, compassionate service for every resident.

You’ll lead scheduling, assist with ADLs and medication support, promote dignity and independence, and uphold high standards of care while coordinating with physicians and pharmacies.

Qualifications

• Arizona Assisted Living Caregiving Certification with Nurse Delegation is required by state.
• Eligibility to obtain state certifications is required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software.
• Compassionate, dependable, and team‑oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily resident care and support care plans.
• Assist with ADLs and medication assistance.
• Support care team scheduling and training.
• Provide leadership to the care team and participate in Manager on Duty duties.
• Coordinate with physicians, pharmacies and health professionals.
• Maintain quality care and report concerns as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Lead, motivate others

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

Arizona Assisted Living Caregiving Certification with Nurse Delegation

State certification eligibility

Job description

As aLead Medication Aide/Resident Care Coordinator at Trustwell Living, you’ll help ensure our residents receive exceptional, personalized care while supporting and coordinating our Resident Care Partner team. Working closely with the Health Services Director, you’ll combine hands‑on care, leadership, scheduling, and coordination to help create a safe, welcoming community where residents can thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate daily resident care and support individualized care plans.
• Assist with ADLs including bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, transferring, eating, and medication assistance.
• Assist with clinical staff scheduling to ensure resident needs are met.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training of care team members.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the care team and participate in Manager on Duty responsibilities.
• Support medication management and resident care in the absence of the Health Services Director.
• Coordinate with physicians, pharmacies, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and help maintain high standards of care.
• Document and report resident or community concerns and assist with investigations as needed.
• Promote resident dignity, satisfaction, independence, and overall quality of life.
• Ensure care is delivered in accordance with applicable regulations and community standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Arizona Assisted Living Caregiving Certification with Nurse Delegation, as required by the state.
• Required state certifications or eligibility to obtain them.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software.
• Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented approach.
• Ability to lead, support, and motivate others.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasional nights as needed.

Why Join Us?
At Trustwell, we believe in creating a work environment that fosters growth and satisfaction. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. By joining our team, you’ll become part of a community that values care and compassion toward its senior residents. We strive to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates differences and empowers all individuals with opportunities to channel their entrepreneurial spirit. Trustwell is an EEO employer. All offers of employment with Trustwell Living are contingent upon a satisfactory background and drug screening.

Related titles: CMT, Certified Medication Technician, Medication Aide, Med Aide, ACMA, Med Tech

Trustwell Living at Kingswood Place is an Equal Opportunity / Affrayive Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.